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The Arizona Diamondbacks recently shuffled their minor league system around to a great extent, and one of their veteran infield depth options was given his release as a part of a large-scale transaction.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 24

Diamondbacks Release Fan-Favorite Slugger in Surprise Move

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made a surprise roster move within their minor league system, according to their transaction logs. Fan-favorite slugging first baseman Ivan Melendez, who the D-backs drafted with the 43rd overall pick in the second round of the 2022 Draft, has been released by the Triple-A Reno Aces.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 22

Diamondbacks Veteran Slugger Elects Free Agency

The Arizona Diamondbacks designated first baseman Luken Baker for assignment back on April 18, in the roster move that saw outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21

Diamondbacks Outright Luken Baker

The D-Backs sent first baseman Luken Baker outright to Triple-A Reno, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Arizona had designated him for assignment when they welcomed Lourdes Gurriel Jr.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 18

Diamondbacks Reinstate Lourdes Gurriel Jr., DFA Luken Baker

After suffering a torn right ACL on September 1, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is ready for his return to the majors, as the Diamondbacks officially reinstated the outfielder from the 10-day injured list. To make room for Gurriel on the 26-man and 40-man rosters, first baseman Luken Baker was designated for assignment.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 7

Diamondbacks Select Luken Baker

The Diamondbacks announced that they have selected the contract of first baseman Luken Baker. He’ll take the active roster spot of fellow first baseman Carlos Santana.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 27

Diamondbacks Reportedly Sign Former Cardinals Infielder

Per a recent report, the Arizona Diamondbacks are adding to their infield depth. According to a report from Just Baseball's Aram Leighton on X/Twitter, the Diamondbacks have inked former St.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 27

Diamondbacks sign ex-Cardinals slugger

The Arizona Diamondbacks strengthened their farm system Friday by signing former St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Luken Baker to a minor league contract.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 26

Ex-Cardinals Slugger Signs With D-Backs After Popping 144 MiLB Homers

A former St. Louis Cardinals slugger is sticking around in the National League. It has been a roller coaster of a year for former Cardinals second-round pick Luken Baker.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 26

Diamondbacks Sign Luken Baker To Minor League Contract

The Diamondbacks have signed first baseman Luken Baker to a minors deal, Just Baseball Media’s Aram Leighton reports. Baker qualified for minor league free agency at the end of the season, and he chose to test the open market rather than stick in the Dodgers’ organization.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / December 13

2025 Dodgers season review: Luken Baker

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11, 2025

Dodgers outright 1B with limited skillset

First baseman Luken Baker has been sent outright to triple-A Oklahoma City, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after the Dodgers designated him for assignment last week.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 8, 2025

Dodgers DFA Ex-Cardinals Slugger; Complete Post-Trade Deadline Move

The St. Louis Cardinals had quite an exciting trade deadline earlier this season. They opted to trade a trio of expiring relief pitchers. The Cardinals traded Ryan Helsley to the New York Mets in a huge deal.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8, 2025

Dodgers quickly designate veteran first baseman for assignment

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 8, 2025

Justin Dean Called Up, Luken Baker Designated For Assignment

The Los Angeles Dodgers selected the contract of Justin Dean from Triple-A Oklahoma City and designated Luken Baker for assignment prior to their series opener against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 5, 2025

Dodgers Make Roster Move, Add Slugger From NL Rival

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a roster move on Monday, claiming first baseman Luken Baker from the St. Louis Cardinals and designating right-handed pitcher Jack Little for assignment.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / August 5, 2025

Dodgers claim Luken Baker off waivers, designate Jack Little for assignment

The Dodgers on Monday claimed first baseman Luken Baker off waivers from the Cardinals, and designated hitter Jack Little for assignment. Baker was assigned to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 5, 2025

Dodgers Complete Post-Trade Deadline Move; Land Cardinals Slugger

A former member of the St. Louis Cardinals has found a new home in the Los Angeles Dodgers. Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported on Monday that the Dodgers claimed 28-year-old slugger Luken Baker from the Cardinals off waivers.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4, 2025

Dodgers claim first baseman, designate reliever

The Dodgers announced they’ve claimed first baseman Luken Baker off waivers from the Cardinals. According to the MLB.com transaction log, he’s been optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / June 1, 2025

Cardinals Slugger Called 'Expendable' Trade Candidate Piece

The St. Louis Cardinals look like a team that should utilize the upcoming Major League Baseball trade deadline to add pieces, rather than selling off. That's a statement that would've surprised people on Opening Day.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / May 8, 2025

Former Cardinals Second Round Pick Faces Another Speed Bump

With a record of 19-19, the St. Louis Cardinals are exceeding most fans' expectations for what was supposed to be a down year for the team from The Mound City. But it hasn't been all smooth sailing for the Cards. First baseman Luken Baker has struggled to get it going and St.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / March 31, 2025

Cardinals Finally Include 28-Year-Old Slugger In Lineup Ahead Of Angels Series Opener

The St. Louis Cardinals have their lineup set for Monday's series opener against the American League West-rival Los Angeles Angels at Busch Stadium. Following

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 25, 2024

MLB home run props for Sept. 25: Let's make it a Jake and Bake

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MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 12, 2024

Watch: Reds Broadcaster Makes Hilarious Comment About Cardinals Player Luken Baker

Anyone who regularly listens to the Reds on the radio or tunes in when Jeff Brantley (The Cowboy) is announcing knows he enjoys his food. When 6-4, 285-pound Luken Baker stepped to the plate on Wednesday night, Brantley made a hilarious comment about the Cardinals first baseman.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 4, 2024

Luken Baker's 10th-inning hit lifts Cards over Brewers

Luken Baker drove in the go-ahead run with a pinch single in the 10th inning to lift the visiting St. Louis Cardinals to a 3-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday night.